Audition information

About the Show

Encore Musical Theatre is seeking performers for its upcoming production of Come From Away, This show is directed by Nadia Verrucci, with musical director Pier-Luc Fournier. It will be presented at the Hudson Village Theatre in March 2027.

Come From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family.

Important Dates

  • Friday, August 28 : 7 pm to 10 pm

    Saturday, August 29 : 10 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm
    Sunday, August 30 : 10 am to 1 pm

    Callbacks, if needed: Sunday, August 30: 2 pm to 5 pm

    If these times do not work for you, please contact encoremthudson@gmail.com to make arrangements.

  • Rehearsals take place in Hudson, Québec, starting in September 2026.

    • Mondays and Wednesdays 7-10 pm

    • Sundays 9 am-12 pm

    Some Sunday rehearsals may go into the afternoon after Christmas.

  • Week of February 21st, 2026

  • March 3rd-14th, 2027, exact dates and times TBD.

Audition Format

Self-tape:

Anyone wishing to audition should submit  a self tape of yourself singing any song in the style of Come From Away.

The self tape does not need to be a big production. Just set up your phone on a flat surface and record yourself singing along to a karaoke track.  You must sing with accompaniment, either your own or a backing track - no 'a capella' submissions.

Specifically, we are looking for either an upbeat folk/pop/country rock song, or an up tempo song from the show itself. We would like to hear at least a minute of singing, though you are welcome to sing the entire song if you prefer. something that fits the Celtic/folk-rock aesthetic of the show.  Please pick a song that shows your range and your vocal strengths. 

If you can play any stringed instrument, especially guitar, banjo, ukulele, or violin, please feel free to accompany yourself or just give us a snippet of playing after your song. 

Please note:  If you are planning to attempt a Newfoundland accent while singing, it must be a credible, true-to-life accent. Please don't attempt it if you're not very comfortable with it!

In-person Audition Times:

Upon receipt of your complete application form and audition tape you will be provided with an in-person audition time. Please allot three hours of time for the in-person audition.

Sides will be provided shortly before the audition dates so you can familiarize yourself with them.

At the audition there will be a short movement component. Please come dressed appropriately. No preparation is required.

A brief section of one of the musical numbers from the show will be taught on site to evaluate chorale balance, learning and harmonies. No preparation is required.

Auditions are by appointment and will be approximately three hours in length.

How to submit

Application Form:

If you would like to audition, please fill out this form. You will be asked to select an audition time. We will email you to confirm your audition time.  If you are unavailable for these dates, please write to us at encoremthudson@gmail.com  to make other arrangements. 

Headshot and resume : if you have them, please include them in your audition Form. Please label headshots and resumes as FirstnameLastname_CFAaudition

Self-tape: You can include your self-tape or provide a link in the audition form. You may also email us this information at a later date at encoremthudson@gmail.com . All self-tapes must be received before midnight, August 15, 2026. Please label tapes as follows: FirstnameLastname_CFAaudition

Available Roles

  • Primary Characters - Locals

  • Beulah

    A warm, practical, and no-nonsense Newfoundlander who helps lead the local effort to care for the stranded passengers. Beulah forms a deep friendship with Hannah, a passenger searching for her son. She embodies the kindness, resilience, and dry humor of the Gander community. Vocal type: mezzo

  • Bonnie

    A no-nonsense mother of 3, Bonnie is the head of the Gander area SPCA. When she discovers animals are trapped on the planes she stops at nothing to ensure their safety – but in frustration, she often lashes out at those around her.  Vocal type: mezzo

  • Janice

    An eager new local TV reporter, Janice is thrown into the deep end on her first day. Initially naïve about the world, Janice must face the pain and confusion around her. Vocal type: Contemporary soprano

  • Annette

    A local teacher at the Gander Academy and mother to a lot of children. Vocal type: Mezzo

  • Claude

    The gregarious and well-liked Mayor of Gander, Newfoundland, Claude loves his work, the townspeople and his daily traditions, but he’s never had to deal with a crisis of this magnitude before. Vocal type: Gruff, natural sounding Baritone.

  • Oz

    The quirky constable in the two-person Gander police force. When the town’s population suddenly doubles, Oz helps out in unexpected ways. Vocal type: Strong contemporary Tenor up to G.

  • Doug

    An Air Traffic Controller, married to Bonnie, who tries to help his wife and the animals. Vocal type: Warm, natural Baritone.

  • Garth

    The head of the local union, representing the Bus Drivers. Vocal type : Contemporary Tenor

  • Primary Characters - Come From Aways

  • Beverley

    The first female captain for American Airlines Pilot, Beverley Bass has always loved flying, when her world suddenly changes.  Vocal type: Strong mezzo

  • Diane

    A traditional divorcee from Texas, who is terrified that her son may have been flying at the time of the attacks. When she finds out that he’s safe, she’s given a new lease on life and discovers a wilder, more carefree side of herself. Vocal type: warm, natural contemporary Soprano

  • Hannah

    The mother of a firefighter in Manhattan, Hannah waits for news about her son and is comforted by Beulah. Vocal type: Contemporary Soprano

  • Nick

    An English oil engineer who is focused on his work, Nick’s life is turned upside down when he falls for Diane. Vocal type: Warm, natural Baritone.

  • Kevin T

    The head of an environmental energy company in Los Angeles, Kevin was on vacation with his boyfriend (and secretary, also named Kevin), when they are stranded in Gander. Inspired by the town’s generosity, Kevin creates the Pay It Forward Foundation. Vocal type: Strong contemporary Tenor .

  • Kevin J

    Kevin’s boyfriend and secretary. Sarcastic and unhappy, he wants to leave as soon as possible. Vocal type: Tenor or Baritone

  • Bob

    A hardened New Yorker, Bob is suspicious of where he’s landed, fearing that it’s World War 3, that someone I going to shoot him and steal his wallet – but instead, he ends up losing his New York jadedness. Vocal type: Baritone

  • Ali

    a Muslim man who experiences prejudice during the events surrounding the September 11th attacks. Vocal type: Tenor or Baritone

  • ENSEMBLE

  • Smaller parts include town staff, passengers, air-traffic controllers, flight attendants, pilots, cardiologists, customs officers and more.

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